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Module 6: Units

Converting between Systems

Conversions are possible between the metric system and US customary system as there are conversions factors amongst the units themselves. These relations can be used in conversion methods that will be discussed in the next section on Conversion Methods.

Conversion Method Examples

Length Mass Capacity

1 mi = 1.609 km

1 yd = 0.9144 m

1 ft = 30.48 cm

1 in = 2.54 cm

1 ton = 907.2 kg

2.2 lbs = 1 kg

1 lb = 453.6 g

1 oz = 28.35 g

1 gal = 3.785 L

1 pt = 473.2 mL

1 c = 236.6 mL

1 fl oz = 29.57 mL